What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Cork is to bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Cork. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Galway to Cork?

The distance between Galway and Cork is 195 km. The road distance is 192.7 km.

How do I travel from Galway to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs €18 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Galway to Cork?

The bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quay takes 3h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cork bus from?

Galway to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cork train from?

Galway to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway to Cork?

The best way to get from Galway to Cork is to bus which takes 3h and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Galway to Cork bus arrive?

Galway to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where does the Galway to Cork train arrive?

Galway to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.

Can I drive from Galway to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Cork is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Galway to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 327+ hotels available in Cork.

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There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Cork by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
3h
€18–35
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 16m
€24–34
Drive 192.7 km
1. Drive from Galway to Corkcar 192.7 km
2h 22m
€33–48

Galway to Cork by bus

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Distance: 195.3 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction in around 4h 16m.

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